Definition

A medicine used to treat fungal infections, which can be taken by mouth or applied to the skin.

Example

The doctor prescribed ketoconazole to help clear up the fungal infection.

Conversation

I heard that ketoconazole is really effective for treating fungal infections.

Yeah, I've read that too, especially for skin issues.

Do you think it’s safe to use for someone with a weak immune system?

I believe so, but it's always best to check with a doctor first.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Ketoconazole is formed from "keto-" (meaning relating to a ketone, a type of organic compound) and "conazole" (derived from the suffix used in the names of azole compounds, which are a class of antifungal agents). The word refers to a compound that contains a ketone structure and belongs to the azole class, used primarily as an antifungal medication.

Memory Tip

Think of 'keto-' relating to a specific type of organic compound and 'conazole' indicating its classification as an antifungal. This helps you remember that ketoconazole is an antifungal compound with a ketone structure.

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